B2noun 1K

Romance

🇬🇧 UK /["/rəʊˈmæns//ˈrəʊmæns/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈrəʊmæns/"]/

Meaning of Romance

an exciting, usually short, relationship between two people who are in love with each other

In simple words: A close relationship between two people that includes love.

Romance in a sentence

• The novel is a beautiful portrayal of romance between two characters from different worlds.
• Their romance blossomed during the summer they spent traveling together.
• The medieval romance involved knights, chivalry, and heroic deeds.
• He wrote a romance about the adventures of a brave knight rescuing a princess.
• Romance novels often focus on love stories with emotional and dramatic elements.
• There is a certain romance to living by the sea, with the sound of waves and salty air.
• She enjoys the romance of old cities with cobblestone streets and historic charm.
• The romance genre in film attracts audiences who love heartfelt emotional stories.

How to use Romance

Use 'romance' for both serious and casual relationships. It’s appropriate in conversations about love, but may seem too formal for casual chats among friends.

Grammar pattern

romance + object

Memory hint

Think of a romantic movie — where love stories unfold!

Related words

Collocations with Romance

• brief
• broken
• whirlwind
• have
• begin
• start
• blossom
• begin
• end
• true
• interracial
• find
• be in the air
• bloom
• love and romance

Synonyms for Romance

• love
• affection
• passion
• intimacy
• attachment

Opposites of Romance

• indifference
• dislike
• aversion

Common mistakes with Romance

• Confused with 'romantic', which describes a style or mood rather than the relationship itself.
• Used as a verb; 'romance' is primarily a noun in standard usage.
• Misunderstood in contexts of friendship; not all close friendships involve romance.

Frequently asked questions about Romance

What does Romance mean?

A close relationship between two people that includes love.

What is the definition of Romance?

an exciting, usually short, relationship between two people who are in love with each other

How do you use Romance in a sentence?

The novel is a beautiful portrayal of romance between two characters from different worlds.

Can you give another example of Romance?

Their romance blossomed during the summer they spent traveling together.

What are synonyms for Romance?

Common alternatives include love, affection, passion, intimacy, attachment.

What is the opposite of Romance?

Opposite meanings include indifference, dislike, aversion.

What words go with Romance?

It commonly pairs with brief, broken, whirlwind, have, begin, start, blossom, begin, end, true, interracial, find, be in the air, bloom, love and romance.

What are common mistakes when using Romance?

Confused with 'romantic', which describes a style or mood rather than the relationship itself. Used as a verb; 'romance' is primarily a noun in standard usage. Misunderstood in contexts of friendship; not all close friendships involve romance.

How do you pronounce Romance?

US: /["/ˈrəʊmæns/"]/, UK: /["/rəʊˈmæns//ˈrəʊmæns/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Romance?

Use 'romance' for both serious and casual relationships. It’s appropriate in conversations about love, but may seem too formal for casual chats among friends.

What CEFR level is Romance?

"Romance" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.